There are several really talented big men for small college programs to recruit this season. Crane, who jumped from #77 to #64 in the Prep Hoops Indiana Class of 2025 Prospect Rankings, is certainly one of them. The 6’7″ center from Carroll (Fort Wayne) High School currently holds offers from Albion, IU-South Bend, Manchester, Trine, and Wabash. He is a great rebounder, throws outstanding outlet passes, and can score it around the basket offensively.

Throughout the spring and summer, this 6’7″ big man from Carroll (Fort Wayne) High School has been a standout for OPS – Ervin 17u. His play has put him on the radar of many small college programs as a coveted front court piece. At the GRBA National Championship he averaged a double-double of 13.8 points and 10.0 rebounds. Crane is an outstanding rebounder ending possessions at a high level. Offensively, he finishes well around the basket and is a guy you can play through in the post.

Crane is consistently one of the best rebounders in the gym no matter the setting. He showcased that high-level skill once again on Friday night at the GRBA Nationals leading OPS – Ervin 17u to a dominant 71-39 win over 5Star – Solarek. The 6’7” forward scored a team-leading 15 points while controlling the glass and consistently getting the break started with his on-point outlet passes. He will continue to be one of the more sought after small college big men in the state.

Crane has put together some really impressive performances this spring for OPS – Ervin. The 6’6″-6’7″ big man moves around well for his size, controls the glass well, and has flashed some intriguing ability as a passer. He is really good at starting the break with an outlet pass after a rebound and can hit cutters with his back to the basket in the post. There is a high upside to his game and should be highly sought after this summer by small college coaches around the Midwest. High academic prospect that is coming off of averaging 18.4 points and 11.8 rebounds per game at the Memorial Day Run & Slam in Fort Wayne.